Description
This Marry Me Salmon is a creamy, garlicky, and sun-dried tomato-infused dish that’s sure to impress. Tender, pan-seared salmon is smothered in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, making it the perfect romantic dinner or indulgent weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- For the Creamy Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Salmon:
- Season salmon fillets with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear salmon for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- 2. Make the Creamy Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
- 3. Combine & Serve:
- Return salmon to the skillet and spoon sauce over the fillets.
- Simmer for 2–3 more minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately!
- Serving Suggestions
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Pair with garlic bread or a side of roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Prefer a lighter sauce? Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or coconut milk.
- No sun-dried tomatoes? Use cherry tomatoes instead.
- Add a citrus twist by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the salmon before serving.
- Make it dairy-free by using coconut cream and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~500
- Sugar: ~3g
- Sodium: ~450mg
- Fat: ~38g
- Saturated Fat: ~18g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~6g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~35g
- Cholesterol: ~110mg